Availability Wegovy is already available, while Mounjaro is still being introduced in some UK clinics
Drug therapy Some drugs have been explored for their therapeutic effect, tightening the BBB primarily in cases of ischemic stroke, but several therapeutics have also showed promise in the context of the neurodegenerative diseases MS, ALS, and AD
Hypoglycaemia : While the risk is low with semaglutide monotherapy due to its glucose-dependent action, it increases when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas, or during periods of reduced food intake or dehydration
Furthermore, this study only assessed systemic cardiovascular risk
However, widespread use for weight management only took off between 2022 and 2024, driven by newer, more effective medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, alongside growing media attention and expanded insurance coverage
This ensures that all procedures, from injectables to laser treatments, are performed with a strong focus on patient safety and medical precision